Hurao

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Hurao, was a Chamorro chief on the island of Guam who led the resistance against Spanish colonization efforts during the 17th century. The chief's name means "emotion, caring, attention, heed". Hurao may be best remembered for his 1671 speech to Chamorro warriors opposing the Spanish pressense on Guam. He organized a 40-day siege of the Spanish Mission in Agana that was finally broken by Spanish soldiers. Hurao was captured, but released by Father San Vitores.

Hurao was a member of the Matao/Chamorri, the highest caste in Chamorro society and held the title maga'lahi.

[edit] See also

Villages of Guam

Chief Kepuha

Gadao

Mata'pang

[edit] References

• Rogers, Robert F (1995). Destiny's Landfall: A History of Guam: University of Hawai'i Press. ISBN 0-8248-1678-1
• http://ns.gov.gu/hurao.html